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Andrechelle Cermak and Mark Cermak of EcoClean Carpet Care in Mentor, Ohio have attended and successfully completed an intensive advanced training course on Oriental rug and area rug cleaning; where the latest in equipment, solutions and techniques were presented.

This comprehensive IICRC ( Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification ) approved certification course covered : Rug construction and styles; rug inspection;  rug identification; fibers and their characteristics; soil and cleaning theory ; chemistry of cleaning ; cleaning systems and methods ranging from minimum-moisture to total-immersion; fringe cleaning; color repair procedures and dye bleed correction; topical treatments ; spot removal theory and procedures ;  crew procedure ; safety and maintenance;

To qualify for this advanced rug cleaning course, students must be IICRC certified, having successfully completed two advanced courses as pre-requisites and have experience in the fundamentals of carpet cleaning, fiber types and characteristics, fiber identification and testing, carpet construction and styles, mill dyeing, soil characteristics and the chemistry of cleaning.    IICRC Carpet (CCT) and Upholstery (UCT) cleaning certifications are pre-requisites for this advanced rug cleaning course.

Attendance by Andrechelle and Mark Cermak of EcoClean Carpet Care exemplifies their desire and sincere effort to be the absolute best carpet and rug cleaners in Northeast Ohio, adding this advanced rug cleaning certification to their Master Textile Cleaner designation. EcoClean believes in, and invests heavily in education.

EcoClean Carpet Care services Lake County, Geauga County and parts of Cuyahoga County and Ashtabula County in Northeast Ohio. Should you ever need expert carpet cleaning or rug cleaning services contact EcoClean at (440)257-7791 or online at www.EcoCleanCarpet.com.

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Available online at Amazon and Newegg , and I have seen them in local stores  Target, WalMart and BigLots.  The Bissell Momentum Cyclonic Upright Vacuum has better suction then the infamous Dyson, no bags to buy and all the extra tools you’ll ever need.  And best yet, no internal filters to clog. The popularity of bagless vacuums can be over hyped when uninformed home owners bring home their new Hoover or Eureka only to discover the half way through there home the new “bagless” vacuum looses most of it’s suction due to a clogged filter or in some cases, filters.

Who wants to wash a filter out every time you vacuum up after Chompers and Mr Whiskers?

The Bissell has somehow gotten around Dyson’s patent and duplicated the same “venturing cyclonic (what ever that means)” filterless system and sells it to you minus the huge cost of an incredible marketing campaign. You can buy five of the Bissells for the cost of one Dyson and still come out a head in the suction department.

Give one a shot, what have you got to lose.?

Except pounds of dirt?

Click here to buy a Bissell Momentum vacuum from Amazon.com and have it delivered to your door. You don’t even have to leave the comfort of your home and go all the way to the crowded store.

Update: A new model has been introduced, the Bissell Healthy Home Bagless Upright Vacuum.
At $250 or so it’s a complete Dyson knockoff but with a better brush roll, a pile height adjuster and half the price.

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*Minimum Service Charge Applies. Coupons for residential use only. Not valid with other offers or senior discount. Offers Expire 11-30-2008

EcoClean Carpet Care provides residential and commercial carpet repair services to all of Lake County, Geauga County, and parts of Cuyahoga County and Ashtabula County. Carpet got pulled rows, holes, burns, tears, sprouts ? Call EcoClean! 800-882-4695

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We will be closed for a couple weeks and referring any incoming regular carpet cleaning to other cleaners in our local network and/or scheduling any work that requires a “Master” (us) for after our return.

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Oriental and hand woven rugs must be hand cleaned, or their value may be diminished or even ruined. Valuable rugs are damaged everyday by untrained cleaners. To protect your investment, please call EcoClean @ 800-882-4695.

We do NOT run your rug through an automated machine “car wash style”. We are NOT a high production rug cleaning facility. Each rug is unique and receives specialized cleaning and care at our Rug Spa. Treat your rug to the very best in rug cleaning and care.

You found your rug cleaning expert!

*Minimum Service Charge Applies. Coupons for residential use only. Not valid with other offers or senior discount. Offers Expire 08-31-2008

EcoClean Carpet Care provides residential and commercial rug cleaning services to all of Lake County, Geauga County, and parts of Cuyahoga County and Ashtabula County. Got Dirt ? Call EcoClean! 800-882-4695

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We attended an awesome carpet cleaning and rug cleaning training event in Muskegon and Grand Rapids Michigan this week. Each day featured equipment, products and methods on display with time for in depth, hands on training.

Two day carpet cleaning certification course

Two days at a rug cleaning plant  for in depth, hands on rug cleaning demonstrations, tips and training.

An impressive tour of Scott Group Custom Carpet Mill where they make custom wool, silk, and cashmere carpets and rugs for the airline and marine industries as well as very high end residential and commercial carpets and rugs. Following the custom carpets from design to the art of hand tufting, to completion was an incredible experience, not easily put into words.

A tour of DSC Laboratories to see how cleaning products are designed and blended.

Informative presentations by Shaw’s Cary Mitchell, IICRC President Ruth Travis, and IICRC Instructor Paul Lucas.

EcoClean Carpet Care services Lake County, Geauga County and parts of Cuyahoga County and Ashtabula County in Northeast Ohio.  Mentor, Painesville, Chardon.

Need expert carpet cleaning ? Contact EcoClean at (440)257-7791 or online at www.EcoCleanCarpet.com

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There are big differences in the soil removal capability among extractors. Models that people rent or purchase are often designed for removing surface soil. The carpet’s appearance may improve, but deep embedded soil remains. Over time, this build-up may greatly affect a carpet’s appearance. Proper carpet care requires periodic deep (ideally professional) cleaning, preferably every 12 to 18 months.

CRI (Carpet & Rug Institute) tests carpet cleaning machines, equipment, chemicals, and systems through PTL (Professional Testing Labs).

In 2005, under The Carpet and Rug Institute’s Seal of Approval program, a new test to measure cleaning effectiveness was developed by applying the Keymaster’s XRF analyzer technology to carpets. Scientists from KeyMaster Technologies worked with Professional Testing Laboratory to design a special “soil” mixture that mimics actual soil found in carpet. The designer soil contains particles of five different types, each with a unique elemental composition. The range of particle types reflects the fact that soil composition differs in various parts of the country. Under carefully controlled conditions, laboratory testing staff use the XRF analyzer to measure the amount of soil in the carpet before and after cleaning with a vacuum or extractor. The test report presents the precise amounts and types of soil removed.

The results from this new test are being used today to rate the performance of extraction machines. They provide important insights about the types and amounts of soil that are removed.

Results of carpet cleaning machine tests:

Soil extraction with the truckmount: 90 percent soil removal.
Soil extraction with the rental machine: 15 percent soil removal.
Soil extraction with the department store machine: 6 percent soil removal.

While rental machines can make a visual improvemnt in the carpet, they dont get the water hot enough, nor does it extract enough moisture (and soil) to actually “clean” carpet. New bacterial growth (while drying) may also be increased due to the extended drying times.

The cleaning products available with rental machines are usually “sticky” and leave a soil attracting residue.

Liquid laundry detergent is not recommended by any carpet manufacturer and is not formulated for carpet cleaning (many also contain bleaches and other ingredients not meant to be used on carpet) Non lanolin dish soap is actually safer/better choice, as is plain old vinegar but I would recommend a CRI approved cleaning solution.

Interim cleaning and “do-it-yourself” extractor cleaning

If you are a do-it-yourselfer, here are the steps to take for effective cleaning. Remember, this usually does not replace the need for regular professional cleaning!

1. Remove furniture. If too heavy, place plastic film or aluminum foil under and around the legs of furniture.

2. Vacuum thoroughly first — this often has a big impact on the whole process! What you dont remove by vacuuming first is turned to MUD when you add water. Much easier to remove the soil when dry.

3. Follow instructions carefully. Do not add other chemicals or under-dilute (or over-concentrate) in an attempt to make your cleaner stronger. The solution is designed to work best at the concentration recommended on the label.

4. Use a CRI Seal of Approval cleaning solution that works with your extractor.

5. Begin at the farthest point from the doorway and work back toward it so you can step out when done. Don’t clean yourself into a corner!

6. Be patient and don’t over-wet the carpet. Extract as much of the water as possible — do not rush this step.

7. Wait until the carpet dries before replacing furniture or walking on carpet. This may take up to 12 hours, most typically six to eight. Carpet should NEVER take more than 24 hours to dry!

8. Ventilate. Open windows if outdoor weather conditions (temperature, humidity) permit, or put the AC on moderate settings (72-78°F). Never close up a wet, newly cleaned carpet; keep air circulating. You want the fastest dry possible, to prevent mold growth and to put the carpet back in service quickly.

9. Vacuum again when the carpet is dry to pick up soil that wicks to the surface during drying.

How Space Technology Was Adapted for Carpet Cleaning

Carpet cleaning is rocket science

Education and science have made major inroads into carpet cleaning in just the past few years. One ofthe most significant advances was the introduction of XRF technology, which stands for X-ray fluorescence analyzer technology. The system was first used by NASA in an attempt to locate minuscule cracks and flaws on space shuttle components so they could be repaired before takeoff. This is why we often hear it described as “space-age” technology. However, as with so many new inventions, it was found to have other applications as well, and one of them was looking for soil in carpet fibers.

The Carpet and Rug Institute has long been interested in understanding how well vacuum cleaners and hot water extraction units clean carpet. Since 2000, CRI has worked closely with an independent laboratory to evaluate carpet cleaning machines and cleaning materials. The standard test involves applying a simulated soil mixture to specified cut- and loop-pile test carpets, cleaning them using a standard procedure. This test provides sound guidance for consumers looking to buy new vacuum cleaners or wanting to have their carpets professionally cleaned.

Most major carpet manufacturers now require the use of specific cleaning systems, including equipment and cleaning solutions that have been tested and approved by the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI)

Industry Research by the Carpet Manufacturers has shown that the majority of WARRANTY CLAIMS ARE THE RESULT OF POOR OR IMPROPER CLEANING. Because the majority of these costly warranty issues are a result of poor or improper maintenance by the consumers, Carpet Mills are now REQUIRING THE CONSUMER FOLLOW SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE – Most Consumers are not even aware of these requirements!

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*Minimum Service Charge Applies. Synthetic fabrics only. Natural fabrics and blends may be additional. Looseback cushions and throw pillows additional. Coupons for residential use only. Not valid with other offers or senior discount. Coupons for residential use only. Offers Expire 6-30-2008

EcoClean Carpet Care provides residential and commercial upholstery cleaning services to all of Lake County, Geauga County, and parts of Cuyahoga County and Ashtabula County. Got Dirt? Call EcoClean! 257-7791

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The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification Board of Directors recognizes Mark Cermak and Andrechelle Cermak of EcoClean Carpet Care for having completed the highest technician level of certification through the IICRC including continuing education and meeting the requirements of the Institute as Master Textile Cleaners.

Master level Certifications are only awarded to those carpet cleaners with years of experience, who attend classroom study and successfully pass the written examinations. Areas of certification include Carpet Cleaning Technician, Commercial Carpet Care, Upholstery Cleaning Technician, Odor Control Technician, Color Repair Technician, Carpet Repair and Re-Installation.

“It’s quite an honor,” says Cermak, receiving these advanced certifications”. Not all carpet cleaners are dedicated enough to achieve this level of training and expertise. In fact, there are less than 1450 Master Textile Cleaners in the World, and only 3 in Northeast Ohio!

I realize the more I increase my knowledge in my industry, I’m able to provide my clients with better and more efficient services in order to help them meet their cleaning needs.”

In addition, Mark has been certified in water damage restoration, smoke damage restoration and fire damage restoration by the National Institute of Fire Restoration, a division of the Association of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration (ASCR).

We have also attended numerous courses over the years that were not IICRC courses such as Comprehensive Deodorization, Advance Spot & Stain Removal, Leathermaster training program, Oriental and Area Rug Cleaning seminars, RestorX- (Unsmoke) Advance Water Damage Restoration, and Restoration Technology for Fire, Duct cleaning, Electronics Reclamation, and Crime Scene Cleanup.

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